School Social Worker
Heartland Area Education Agency Spirit Lake - Spirit Lake, Iowa
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Job Details
Job ID: 5578707
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Mar 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
Full-Time | 2026–27 School Year | 192-Day Contract
(Serving the Spirit Lake school district)
Are you passionate about helping every student reach their full potential? Heartland AEA is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to join our team for the 2026–27 school year.
Heartland AEA supports 57 public school districts, 44 accredited nonpublic schools, and 2 charter schools across central Iowa.
What You'll Do
* Act as a liaison among the agency, local schools, families, and community organizations to support learners' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional development.
* Collaborate, consult, and coach educators in Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) within a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).
* Provide consultation and coaching to general and special education teachers on instructional strategies and behavior management.
* Facilitate the implementation of the Child Find reevaluation processes, including evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services.
* Assist in developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) aligned with state and federal requirements.
Why Join Us?
* Meaningful, student-centered work
* A collaborative, multidisciplinary team structure
* Extensive professional learning opportunities
* Two-year onboarding and induction process
* Opportunities to pursue various career paths within the Agency
* Full-time employees with benefits
* 192-day working contract
What We're Looking For
Licensure:
* Iowa Bureau of Educational Examiners B-21 School Social Worker Endorsement (Initial or Full Professional Service License), OR
* Iowa Department of Public Health License: Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Iowa Bureau of Educational Examiners Statement of Professional Recognition.
Education:
* Master's degree in Social Work or School Social Work from an accredited program
Job Requirements
Position Type: Full-Time
Contact Information
* Whitney Wolf
* 6500 Corporate Dr
* Johnston, Iowa 50131
* Phone: (515) 270-9030
* Email: wwolf@heartlandaea.org
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